Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Omaha, NE 68106
2 affordable buildings in 68106 · 89 more within 4 mi
Omaha, NE 68106 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit. 89 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 68106
Ridgewood Heights
3102 S 68th Plz, Omaha, NE 68106
116 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 68106 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 89 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Scattered Sites SE
3708 Frances St, Omaha, NE 68105
1.8 mi away
138 units · 137 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Omaha Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Underwood Tower
4850 Underwood Ave, Omaha, NE 68132
2 mi away
104 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Omaha Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Med Centre Villa Apts
3828 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68105
2 mi away
27 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Columbian School Apts
3819 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68105
2 mi away
28 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Community Alliance Housing IV
4901 S 52nd St, Omaha, NE 68117
2.1 mi away
18 units · 16 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Saunders Apts
415 N 41st Ave, Omaha, NE 68131
2.2 mi away
23 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
T & H
3802 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68131
2.3 mi away
10 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Walter B Roberts Manor
1024 S 32nd St, Omaha, NE 68105
2.3 mi away
42 units · 41 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Spencer, Alamo, Long School, Sc Sites NE
120 N 36th St, Omaha, NE 68131
2.4 mi away
108 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Omaha Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Kt Company XII
1005 S 31st St, Omaha, NE 68105
2.4 mi away
13 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park South
1601 Park Ave, Omaha, NE 68105
2.4 mi away
221 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Omaha Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Park School Apts
1320 S 29th St, Omaha, NE 68105
2.5 mi away
24 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hanscom Apartments
1029 Park Avenue, Omaha, NE 68105
2.5 mi away
75 units · Studio–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 68106
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,590/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $63,600/yr
- Renters in 68106 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA area · median family income $114,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,950 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 2 | $27,400 | $45,600 | $73,000 |
| 3 | $30,800 | $51,300 | $82,100 |
| 4 | $34,200 | $57,000 | $91,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,600 | $98,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,150 | $105,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,700 | $113,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,250 | $120,400 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 68106 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280 | $1,167 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $1,219 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,590 | $1,450 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,110 | $1,924 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,390 | $2,179 |
Wider area = Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (68178) to $1,650 (68117).
Census figures for 68106 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,277. Median household income $69,806. 49% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 28% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 68106's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 68106Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Omaha, NE 68106, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Omaha, NE 68106 have openings?
These lists for Omaha, NE 68106 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
Use the phone number on each building card in Omaha, NE 68106. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
In Omaha, NE 68106, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 68106?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Omaha, NE 68106. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 68106?
Yes — this page also lists 89 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Omaha, NE 68106 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
Most income-restricted buildings in Omaha, NE 68106 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $39,900, and $57,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,850 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
For many programs in Omaha, NE 68106, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,900 a year for 1 person and $57,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,850 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Omaha, NE 68106?
There is no single waiting list for Omaha, NE 68106. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Omaha, NE 68106. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Omaha, NE 68106, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Omaha, NE 68106 is $1,590 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Omaha, NE 68106?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Omaha, NE 68106. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Omaha, NE 68106?
This page may still list buildings in Omaha, NE 68106 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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